“As the US and Iranian governments escalate tensions in the already volatile Straits of Hormuz, and China and Russia begin openly questioning Washington’s interference in their internal politics, the world remains on a knife-edge of military tension. Far from being a dispassionate observer of these developments, however, the media has in fact been central to increasing those tensions and preparing the public to expect a military confrontation” Click here to watch.

Watch this film to gain insight on the growing anti-nuke movement in Japan, post March 11th, 2011.

Japan has the rare opportunity to turn an unprecedented disaster into a beacon of hope by becoming a leader in the world to turn from nuclear power to a safer, cleaner future.

All of Japan’s nuclear reactors are scheduled to be shutdown for stress tests by the summer of this year, and many groups and individuals across Japan are coming together in solidarity to ensure this becomes a massive leap towards a future free from the repeat of such a disaster.

WELCOME TO MEDIA FOR PEACEBUILDING! This website is a Media Literacy resource, offering successful examples on how media can be used for a sustainable, positive peace. We look forward to hearing from you with any questions, suggestions, or requests for our workshop. Enjoy ~